What to Expect in Divorce

Learn About the Stages from Our Indianapolis Attorneys

Divorce can often be a time-consuming process, and exhausts many of us not only
physically, but financially and emotionally as well. If you are exploring
the option of divorce, it is best that you understand the laws so that
you are prepared for what may lie ahead.

The Process of Divorce in Indiana

Unless you and your spouse have already worked out the terms of your divorce
prior to filing, or you believe you and your spouse will not encounter
too many bumps in the road. The divorce process can take as much as one
year or as little as six months. It is highly advisable that you retain
an Indianapolis divorce lawyer who can be compassionate towards your personal
feelings, but also knows what how to handle the legal and business aspects.

Divorce can be a complex area of law. Here is an outline of the step-by-step process:

One spouse files the petition for divorce. In Indiana, divorces can only
be granted if there are valid grounds. Here is one example: the marriage
is irretrievably broken, which means there is no chance of reconciliation.

One spouse serves the other spouse with the divorce papers. The spouse
then has 60 days to file a response.

Both spouses must submit to mandatory disclosure of all assets, properties,
and other possessions.

Both spouses will then have the chance to seek relief by filing for temporary
alimony, child support, child custody, or visitation.

A judge may wish couples to resolve their divorce matters in mediation.
This allows you and your spouse the ability to resolve matters with a
neutral mediator present. All matters can be resolved amicably, and are
kept out of court and confidential.

If there are any remaining issues that cannot be resolved through mediation,
the case will then go to trial. You must provide evidence during the trial
demonstrating why you should expect to receive alimony, custody, or child
support based on your terms.

We Prepare You for the Road Ahead

At Bowen & Associates, LLC, we have over a decade of experience, and
we know the emotional impact of divorce. It is not uncommon for our clients
to experience many different types of emotions, including anger, stress,
frustration, and even sadness and guilty. Remember, though, that as you
turn the page on one chapter of your life, a new one will begin. Our Indianapolis
family lawyers can align you with your goals for the future, one step at a time.

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